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Saturday, October 24, 2009

Chile Verde

More on the search for a perfect Chile Verde...
This recipe is from http://mexicanfood.about.com/od/deliciousmaindishes/r/ChileVerde.htm


Chile Verde
A warm, hearty stew that will leave you full and satisfied. If fresh roasted chiles are not available, you can use canned. Omit the sugar for a low-carb version.

Prep Time: :15
Cook Time: 7:

Ingredients:
1 1/2 pounds chicken or pork boneless and diced to cubes
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup green chile sauce
2 cups tomatillos, husks removed and coarsely chopped
2 roasted green chiles, seeded and diced (Anaheim or Poblano work well)
4 cloves of garlic, peeled and diced
1 medium onion, peeled and diced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon sugar*
3 tablespoons oil
2 cups drinking water

Preparation:
Brown the chicken or pork in a small amount of lard or oil, over high heat.
Place the browned chicken or pork, chile sauce and tomatillos into a crock pot set on low, or a large, covered pot over low heat. Simmer for 2 hours. Add remaining ingredients and simmer for an additional 2 hours. Check every 30 minutes and add water as necessary. Serve hot.

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